Route 9

Route 9 is a route that connects to Rosecove City, Grove of Dreams, and Fortulose Manor. It is surrounded by trees and a cosi atmosphere. A noticable spot of the Route is the giant tree located at the centre, which is a symbol of life and eternity of Route 9. The player's two rivals, Jake and Tess, battle with the player, and after defeating the rivals, the player has a choice to go back to Rosecove City, or explore Grove of Dreams, where Jirachi inhabits in, or Fortulose Manor, where inside is a puzzle to find click on items where it's vibrating, and find out where Rotom is. Also, there is a Shrine at the back of the route, hinting a possibility of Celebi or Landorus appearing in the future.

3rd Rival Battles
Rival Jake and the player's new companion Tess are waiting for the player at the entrance of Route 9. Tess suggests that the player and Jake battle, and then she would like to challenge the winner. Initially refusing, Jake agrees to fight the player when Tess states that she will directly battle the player instead.

After player beats Jake once again, he or she will have to fight Tess immediately afterwards, without any chance of healing.